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By Andrew Droid Webber

Updated 26 May 2023

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Govindray H. Nayak is ...

Dead

Born	18 September 1933 in Ankola
Died	26 May 2023 in Mysore
Age	89 years, 8 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	British India and India
Occupation	poet and writer
Notable work	Uttarardha
Awards	Sahitya Akademi Award in Kannada
Educated at	Maharaja's College, Mysore

About Govindray H. Nayak

Govindray H. Nayak, born on September 18, 1933, is a renowned Indian poet who has made a significant contribution to the world of literature. Nayak's poetry is known for its simplicity, yet it manages to convey complex emotions and ideas.

Nayak was born in the small village of Karki in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. He completed his education in Dharwad and later moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in journalism. Nayak worked as a journalist for several years before turning to poetry.

Nayak's poetry is deeply rooted in his experiences of growing up in a rural setting. His poems often reflect the struggles of the common man and the beauty of nature. Nayak's work has been translated into several languages, including English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Nayak has received several awards for his contribution to literature, including the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1994 for his collection of poems, "Bhoomigeetha." He has also been honored with the Karnataka Sahitya Academy Award and the Rajyotsava Award.

Despite his success, Nayak remains humble and grounded. He continues to write poetry and is an inspiration to many aspiring writers.

References:

1. "Govindray H. Nayak." Sahitya Akademi. https://www.sahitya-akademi.gov.in/fellowship/fellowship_details/govindray_h_nayak.shtml

2. "Govindray H. Nayak." Poetry International. https://www.poetryinternational.org/pi/poet/26551/Govindray-H-Nayak/en/tile